City In Review: Chicago

Burnside · 2025-05

Burnside logs 36 tree emergencies in May

Burnside fielded 170 service requests in May, up 26% from 135 the month before. Tree emergencies led at 36, followed by 21 debris cleanup calls and 17 pothole complaints. Six permits were issued—one more than April—but their combined value dropped 29% to $920k. Crime fell to 26 incidents from 34, though violent offenses rose from seven to nine. No businesses opened or closed.

By the numbers

Building permits6
Declared construction value$919,870
New business licenses0
Business closings (proxy)0
311 service requests170
Reported crimes26
Violent crimes9
Failed food inspections0

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